Amy Acton
Democrat · Challenger · Governor
Background
Amy Acton (D) served as Director of the Ohio Department of Health from 2019 to 2021, leading the state's public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. She is a physician and the Democratic nominee for Governor of Ohio.
Sources: Ballotpedia.
Issue Positions
- Economy
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Supports investment in public health infrastructure, workforce development, and economic opportunity.
- Healthcare
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A physician and public health official, supports expanding access to healthcare and addressing mental health and addiction.
- Immigration
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Supports welcoming immigration policies.
- Climate/Environment
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Supports clean energy investment and environmental protections.
- Gun Policy
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Supports expanded background checks and measures to reduce gun violence.
- Education
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Supports increased investment in public education and early childhood development.